Electron Momentum Uncertainty Calculation

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Homework Statement



Find the uncertainty in the momentum(in kg x m/s) of an electron if the uncertainty in its position is equal to 3.4x10-10m, the circumference of the first Bohr Orbit.

Homework Equations



n[tex]\lambda[/tex]=2r

[tex]\lambda[/tex]= h/mv

mvr= nh/2[tex]\pi[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution



3.4x10-10=2 pi r
r= 5.41x10-11m

[tex]\lambda[/tex]=h/mv
v=2.141x106m/s

mvr=nh/2 pi
m=7.278x10-4J/m2
--But this answer is not in kg x m/s!
 
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You have the wrong relevant equations. Hint: you only need one. Another hint: the problem is almost certainly asking for the minimum uncertainty in momentum.